How much does a Sweden tourist visa cost?

For a Sweden tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult Schengen visa fee — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; VFS UK service fee — €27; Premium lounge / prime time — free. EUR 90 adult Schengen fee plus a VFS UK service fee of around EUR 27, payable at the centre or online. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Sweden tourist visa take to process?

A decision on a Sweden tourist visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Sweden tourist visa?

VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre in London, acting for the Swedish Embassy. British citizens do not need a visa for short Schengen visits. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Sweden tourist visa?

The Sweden consular network lists: Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond the stay, 2 blank pages); One recent biometric photo; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 Schengen cover; Proof of accommodation or invitation letter; Round-trip flight reservation; Bank statements for the last 3 months; Proof of UK residence status (BRP or visa); Employer or enrolment letter; Cover letter explaining the trip; Payslips for the last 3 months if employed. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Sweden tourist visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Sweden, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Sweden tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Sweden tourist (schengen c) visa — used for short holiday or sightseeing trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Sweden consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€90

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Sweden tourist visa

VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre in London, acting for the Swedish Embassy. British citizens do not need a visa for short Schengen visits.

Required documents

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond the stay, 2 blank pages)
One recent biometric photo
Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 Schengen cover
Proof of accommodation or invitation letter
Round-trip flight reservation
Bank statements for the last 3 months
Proof of UK residence status (BRP or visa)
Employer or enrolment letter
Cover letter explaining the trip
Payslips for the last 3 months if employed

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Adult Schengen visa fee€90— 2026 short-stay fee
Child 6-11€45— Reduced fee
Child under 6Free— Exempt
VFS UK service fee€27— Per applicant, in addition to the visa fee
Premium lounge / prime timeFree— Optional paid add-ons priced locally by VFS

EUR 90 adult Schengen fee plus a VFS UK service fee of around EUR 27, payable at the centre or online.

Booking an appointment

Complete the Sweden e-application through the VFS portal, then attend the London centre for biometrics. Book three to four weeks ahead in high season; prime-time slots are a paid extra.

Practical tips

Start with the Sweden e-application linked from the VFS UK page, then book biometrics - doing it in the other order wastes the slot.

What is unusual about the Sweden process

The Embassy in London has outsourced almost all visa work to VFS and does not accept walk-in applications except in exceptional cases.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — VFS Global — Sweden Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay visas and biometrics for residence permits.
Edinburgh — VFS Global — Sweden Visa Application Centre
Cargill House, 7 Hill Street, Edinburgh EH2 3JZ
Serves Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Sweden consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Sweden tourist visa cost?: For a Sweden tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult Schengen visa fee — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; VFS UK service fee — €27; Premium lounge / prime time — free. EUR 90 adult Schengen fee plus a VFS UK service fee of around EUR 27, payable at the centre or online. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Sweden tourist visa take to process?: A decision on a Sweden tourist visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Sweden tourist visa?: VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre in London, acting for the Swedish Embassy. British citizens do not need a visa for short Schengen visits. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Sweden tourist visa?: The Sweden consular network lists: Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond the stay, 2 blank pages); One recent biometric photo; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 Schengen cover; Proof of accommodation or invitation letter; Round-trip flight reservation; Bank statements for the last 3 months; Proof of UK residence status (BRP or visa); Employer or enrolment letter; Cover letter explaining the trip; Payslips for the last 3 months if employed. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Sweden tourist visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Complete the Sweden e-application through the VFS portal, then attend the London centre for biometrics. Book three to four weeks ahead in high season; prime-time slots are a paid extra.
Can I apply for a Sweden tourist visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Sweden, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

🇸🇪 Sweden tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time